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Indications & Uses
Tycon is indicated for:
Pharmacology
Tioconazole is a topical antifungal medicine used to treat fungal infections. It works against a broad range of disease-causing yeasts, and laboratory studies have shown that it kills Candida albicans, other Candida species, and Torulopsis glabrata.
Dosage Reference
Reference Information Only
Dosages shown are general references from official sources. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist for personalized dosing.
Adults:
Insert one 300 mg suppository into the vagina as a single dose, preferably at bedtime. For patients who have improved but are not completely cured, a repeat dose one week later may be effective.
Dosage for other forms (2)
Tioconazole has been found to be effective as a single-dose treatment for vulvovaginal candidiasis. Insert one applicator-full (about 4.6 g) into the vagina. Applying Tioconazole just before bedtime may be preferred.
Apply once or twice daily, in the morning and/or evening. Up to 6 weeks of treatment may be needed for chronic hyperkeratotic tinea pedis.
Side Effects
Burning and itching are the most common side effects, affecting roughly 6% and 5% of patients respectively. Other side effects have been reported occasionally (in fewer than 1% of patients), including irritation, discharge, vulvar oedema and swelling, vaginal pain, painful urination (dysuria), frequent urination at night (nocturia), pain during intercourse (dyspareunia), dryness of vaginal secretions, and peeling of the skin (desquamation).
Cautions & Contraindications
Warnings & Precautions
Conasyd is for vaginal use only. It may be easier to apply just before going to bed. The ointment base can weaken rubber or latex products such as condoms, so using these products within 72 hours of treatment is not advised.
Contraindications
Tioconazole should not be used by anyone who has previously shown sensitivity to imidazole antifungal agents or to any other ingredient of the ointment.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Pregnancy Category C. Tioconazole should be used in pregnancy only if the potential benefit to the mother outweighs the potential risk to the unborn child. It is not known whether this medicine passes into human breast milk. Since many medicines do pass into breast milk, breastfeeding should be temporarily stopped while using Tioconazole.
⚠️ Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Storage
Store Tioconazole below 30°C, away from light and moisture. Keep it out of the reach of children.
Drug Interactions
Common questions about Tycon 330 mg
What is Tycon 330 mg Suppository?
Tycon 330 mg Suppository is a medicine that contains Tioconazole. It is made by The ACME Laboratories Ltd. It belongs to the Drugs used in Vaginal and Vulval condition group of medicines.
What is Tycon used for?
Tycon is used for: Fungal Infection, Vaginal Candidiasis.
What are the side effects of Tycon?
Burning and itching are the most common side effects, affecting roughly 6% and 5% of patients respectively. Other side effects have been reported occasionally (in fewer than 1% of patients), including irritation, discharge, vulvar oedema and swelling, vaginal pain, painful urination (dysuria), frequent urination at night (nocturia), pain during intercourse (dyspareunia), dryness of vaginal secretions, and peeling of the skin (desquamation).
Can I take Tycon during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
Pregnancy Category C. Tioconazole should be used in pregnancy only if the potential benefit to the mother outweighs the potential risk to the unborn child. Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
How should I store Tycon?
Store Tioconazole below 30°C, away from light and moisture. Keep it out of the reach of children.
Can I take other medicines with Tycon?
Some medicines can interact with Tioconazole, for example: Lactic acid + Citric acid + Potassium bitartrate, Cyclosporine. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take.
Do I need a prescription for Tycon?
Tycon is a prescription (Rx) medicine. Take it as your doctor advises.